Recognising Ethical Tensions

Scaling often introduces new ethical pressures. Imagine your project receives major funding or institutional recognition.

Consider:

• Would participation become more extractive?

• Would data ownership expectations change?

• Might some community voices become less visible?

• Could reporting pressures alter how success is defined?

Reflect on this question: What ethical commitments would we refuse to compromise, even under pressure?

Document three non-negotiable principles for your initiative.

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